The Summer of Funny

The SuperHappy Trivia Challenge

A two-year layoff has been just too much for host Adam Arthur and his idiot contestants. But they are back for three months of lukewarm competition and semi-sweet rivalries. Once a staple of the Asheville comedy scene, the return of this pseudo game show will be most welcome.
Tickets: $10 general admission.
Dates:
July 14
August 18
September 16
All shows are at 7:30pm

Ritch Shydner Stand-Up Comedy

Famed standup and multiple award-winning comedy writer brings his hilarious brand of humor to the studio stage. Ritch has written for, and is one of the favorite comics of, Jerry Seinfeld, Jay Leno, Rosanne Barr, Ron White, and Jeff Foxworthy.
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Tickets: $20 cabaret seating. $15 general admission.
Dates: July 16, 17 at 8pm

Talk About Funny

Jason Scholder brings the funny and deconstructs it too. Some of the region’s best comic minds perform their sets before sitting down on the couch with Jason and talking about comedy, what makes something funny, and the life of a comedian. 
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Tickets: $10 general admission.
Dates: July 23 at 8pm

Seven Minutes to Kill

Hosted by local comedian Jason Scholder, Seven Minutes to Kill gives seven local and traveling comedians exactly what the title suggests, seven minutes to slay the audience with their funniest material.
Tickets: $15 cabaret seating. $10 general admission.
Dates: August 6 at 8pm

A History of Stand-Up in Two Parts

  • A History of Stand-up, Part 1 - America’s Reflection in the Funhouse Mirror
  • A History of Stand-up, Part 2 - PC, Cancel Culture and the Line Dancers
Ritch Shydner’s funny and insightful multi-media presentation about the history of an original American art form, stand-up comedy, and what all the jokes and laughter say about America. The stories of forgotten trailblazers, martyred iconoclasts and familiar stars show how the simple act of one joker taking on a crowd became one of our most popular entertainments, and a cultural weathervane. Presented in 2 parts, with talk-backs afterward.
Tickets: $15 general admission. $25 weekend package.
Dates: 
Part 1:            August 13, 20, 27 at 8pm 
Part 2:            August 14, 21, 28 at 8pm 

Derrick Stroup Stand-Up Comedy

Alabama native and stand-up comedian Derrick Stroup is not your average slow-talking Southerner. With the cadence of a pissed-off auctioneer, he locks people in with his detailed stories and over-the-top energy. Derrick tours the South regularly and loves a Waffle House that's clean and cares about its customers. Last time he was in town he sold out in houses much bigger than Attic Salt, so get your tickets early. 
Tickets: $15 cabaret seating. $10 general admission.
Dates: September 10 & 11 at 8pm

Stand-Up Comedy Classes with Ritch Shydner

Long-time, professional comedian Ritch Shydner passes his wisdom to beginners and intermediate hopefuls. The class culminates with a final performance hosted by Shydner himself!
Class Fee: $250 for 5 weeks (10-person maximum)
Dates: Mondays, 7-9pm
August 9, 16, 23, 30
Sept 13
Performance: September 18 at 8pm

Produce a Show with Us

We're excited to launch a new program at Attic Salt - The Studio Series. The Studio Series is an opportunity for novice directors and producers to mount shows while getting guidance and fiscal assistance from mentors at Attic Salt. These shows will range from readings to performance art to full-length shows. If you have a show you are interested in producing, and would like to get more information about this apprenticeship program, please contact Jeff Catanese at Jeff@atticsalt.org.